M1A3P600L-1FGG256

Field Programmable Gate Array Overview

The M1A3P600L-1FGG256 is a Field Programmable Gate Array belonging to the ProASIC3 Flash family, manufactured by Microsemi. It features 13824 Configurable Logic Blocks and approximately 600,000 system gates. The device supports a maximum clock frequency of 250 MHz and operates within a supply voltage range of 1.425 V to 1.575 V. It is housed in a 256-pin FineLine BGA package with dimensions of 17 mm x 17 mm and a 1.0 mm pitch. The component has an operating temperature range of -40°C to 100°C and includes 110,592 bits of total embedded RAM.

Field Programmable Gate Array Feature Summary

• Non-volatile flash-based architecture enabling live at power-up operation without external configuration memory.
• Integrated soft ARM Cortex-M1 processor core for embedded control applications.
• Supports mixed-voltage I/O standards including LVCMOS and LVTTL across multiple banks.

Field Programmable Gate Array Applications

• Industrial automation controllers requiring deterministic boot times.
• Telecommunications infrastructure equipment needing low-power logic processing.
• Automotive electronic systems utilizing integrated microcontroller capabilities.

Field Programmable Gate Array Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Microchip documentation to confirm temperature grade and package variations. Ensure compliance with current export control classifications and RoHS directives relevant to the manufacturing date code. Confirm availability through authorized distributors as lead times may vary based on production schedules.

Field Programmable Gate Array Selection Notes

Select this model when non-volatile configuration and an embedded processor are required in a single chip. Compare gate counts and I/O availability against higher-density ProASIC3 variants if more logic resources are needed. Verify that the 250 MHz performance meets the timing requirements of the target design.

Field Programmable Gate Array Part Context

This component is part of the ProASIC3 Flash FPGA family, which bridges the gap between ASICs and standard FPGAs by offering instant-on functionality. The M1A3P600L variant specifically integrates an ARM Cortex-M1 core, distinguishing it from standard logic-only devices in the series.

Field Programmable Gate Array Replacement Considerations

Direct pin-compatible replacements within the same family include the A3P600L-1FGG256, though it lacks the embedded processor. Other M1A3P600 variants with different speed grades or packages may serve as alternatives if functional differences are acceptable.